Preliminary Phytochemical Analysis and Antibacterial activity of Clitoria ternatea Linn. Against Veterinary Infection

Abstract Clitoria ternatea (C. ternatea) commonly known as butterfly pea, is a tropical leguminous plant with many medicinal properties. This study aimed to conduct preliminary phytochemical analysis and evaluate the antibacterial activity of C.ternatea against veterinary pathogens. Phytochemical analysis of ethanolic leaf extract revealed notable levels of secondary metabolites like alkaloids, tannins, glycosides, steroids, saponins, flavonoids, and phenols. The antibacterial potential of ethanolic leaf extract was evaluated against veterinary pathogens such as E.coli, Klebsiella, Salmonella and Shigella Sps. The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC) values were determined, indicating bactericidal properties of the extract. These findings support the potential use of C.ternatea as a natural antimicrobial agent in traditional veterinary medicine. This research investigates the capabilities of C.ternatea flowers as a plentiful source of anthocyanins, which can serve as a natural colorant. The flowers have a compound called ternatin, which gives them their unique and naturally occurring blue colour. The research also assessed the variations in colour of C.ternatea extract under various environmental pH levels, ranging from pH 1 to 14. Further studies are recommended to isolate and identify specific bioactive compounds and to assess their efficacy and safety in clinical settings. Overall, this study highlights the potential of C.ternatea as a natural remedy for veterinary infections. Keywords: Phytochemical, Clitoria ternatea, Anthocyanin, Antibacterial activity, Veterinary pathogens Citation Nagajothi R., Kiruthika D., Akalya R., Suba Priya V., Ramesh V & Siva V “Preliminary Phytochemical Analysis and Antibacterial activity of Clitoria ternatea Linn. Against Veterinary Infection” International Journal of Current Science Research (IJCSR) e-ISSN: 2454-5422: 12(2): 2026: 11-19 License © 2026 The Author(s). Published by Dr. BGR Publications.